Wednesday, September 4, 2013

VIEWER REQUEST! U11G U11 Girls Youth Soccer

U11 girls' teams are facing the 11 v. 11 playing field for the first time. This is a time when players develop a true love for the game and the focus is a little more intense, on the field and on the sidelines...

I hope your children don't see you act this way. They are children. 10-11. That's what's average. Geez these kids are developing at this age. Anyone can beat anyone at any given time. You all act like your kids are going to the Olympics someday. Chill out. Sad part is I hear this crap on the sidelines allllllll the time. It's disgusting how parents talk about other people's kids and those kids hear it. Grow up folks. This is why kids quit or in your words are "average" because they hear it and think they will never succeed. How about everyone throw some positive comments out there instead of putting little kids down. Pathetic.......

Regardless of the perceived level of competition 50 goals+ scored and 0 allowed is ridiculous for PDA Lyon.

You have to remember teams like Vorhees and SDFC will only dilute their concentration of talent when they get to 11 v 11 but PDA seems to accelerated their concentration of talent - so to say - by just pulverizing teams on huge fields.

There might not be enough competition for you, but if you're a 10/11 year old girl, there's plenty. The problem is the 8v8/11v11 transition. In EDP, only a small percentage of teams have decided to move to the big field in U11, most have decided to stay 8v8. With such few teams in the two 11v11 divisions, it might have benefitted to have only 1 division consisting of 9 teams. This way a team gets rolled by PDA only once and the rest of the division can benefit from the different competition.

It will be interesting to see which 8v8 teams decide to go big field next year - or maybe even next season.

PDA Lyon is very very deep. The absolute last best forward/midfielder on the roster could be the best goal scorer on Vorhees for instance. Not one single player on SDFC will come to tryouts and then start for Lyon at U12.

I really hope this is not a real PDA parent. If it is, I have a good feeling for who it is. I am a real PDA parent and think we are good, but so are many other teams. Crush, sdfc, and vorthees are all very strong too. Vorhees for being a real town team is awesome. We were beat last year by breakers and have not played many very strong teams yet from other regions. The Midwest teams are usually very big and strong and I'm sure we will see that soon. There are several girls on sdfc that could come and take starting positions on PDA - some people don't understand the game.

Also a PDA parent here. I was in bed by 10 so it wasn't me. No way would a PDA parent post that. We know our team is good but also know it's a long journey. Please understand that we do not go on here and brag. It's being done by a bunch of trolls.

IThe transition from 8v8 ( small sided) to 11v11 larger field is huge adjustment. This a a huge reason there is not much competition at 11v11. They are in transition they are 10/11 yr old girls learning new positions on a bigger field some w new coaches & new teammates. My daughter plays for a PDA team (not Lyon). Lyon is a top notch team but reality is....they have a year under their belt of playing 11v11. They played up last year. Honestly, I give their coach credit. He got them ready early.

Yes, you did. Nothing worse than a comment like this. Did you just get home? My prediction is that you end up 4th in edp bracket, lucky the top 3 didn't show up. I think I will root for PDA if they ever play you, never thought I would.... Go sdfc.

Voorhees won Bethesda....Three guest players for Voorhees this weekend?? Who where the three, just curious since my daughter plays for Xtreme. We had one guest player who was a 9 year old from a u10 team. She was a defender. She replaced our very tall defender who could not make it this weekend. We had our rematch from Spirit United with Lower Merion for the final. The better team one. Not like the spirit tourney that went to PKs. Lower Merion is a great team their record proves that. They will win some and we will win some. Nationally ranked top 20 teams will spar back and fourth. We look forward to seeing them at Jeff Cup. Bring on the haters about Voorhees. Last 12 months Jeff Cup champs, NJ State Cup Champs, finalists at Spirit and Champions in Bethesda. Not bad for a town team...

Obviously 5:48 doesn't know much about soccer. Did you ever stop to think maybe the girl is good enough to play with older girls and maybe they are going 11v11 in the fall next year and are looking to add? I know I would allow a strong guest player to see if they mesh well with my girls and can handle the pressure of older teams if I wanted to take her on. "Common sense isn't so common anymore"

Juz likes all you peoples on dis here blog iz never graduated from high schools. How abouts you play some good teams then you can how do you say pop off. You be just average. Wher do I find spell check on this site!

Season may be over but history is not. Next season is another season. again if this is the same PDA parent you are showing how arrogant you are. Just go out on the field and support the kids . Plain & simple. As a PDA parent one to another our season is never over. We play year round. Jags, edp, outdoor tourneys maybe over til spring but it's never over.

I think we all know these comments were not made from a PDA parent. Anyone can go on here and make ridiculous statements. Anyone can bash any club without being held responsible. From here on out if you have something negative to say about PDA or any other club put your name behind it. Have a good holiday and see you in the spring.

Your posting anonymous as well...I don't have to post my name to prove I am a PDA parent nor post a picture of my daughter in her PDA uniform to prove I am a PDA parent. The point is you are giving us (Pda parents) a bad rep the way you speak about other teams & brag & boast. I'm sure I'll see you at our 24 hr soccer marathon that runs both at the north facility & at the shore. You just keep proving how ridiculous you are. Once again support ALL the girls they are 10/11 yrs old.

Oh wow, I didn't know it was for supplemental training - I thought it was for the spring season after reading about the tournaments they want to play in ... now I wish we would have gone! Will there be more tryouts? Or was today it?

Over 60 teams at Jeff cup, went two years ago and I thought it was bad, I think it's getting to big and becoming all about money. Hope you get nice fields, refs, hotels and put in the right flight,.... What I enjoyed the most, was the drive through Washington dc region, almost 9 hours total. At the time I was told how prestigious it was for our team to be selected, I look back and laugh at myself. I think I would rather give pda the money and hang local this spring. Pray that you don't go and play the same NJ teams you always do, this happens often and should be rule number one for tournament directors not to do.

Just saw the Jefferson Cup accepted teams. All the same top tier teams. World Class, Lower Merion, Breakers, etc. 11 of the top 25 Got Soccer teams in U11 are accepted and going I would assume. This will be the same situation these teams will face for the next few years. This is what true travel soccer is all about. Go to tourneys and try to get as many points as you can. Sad to say but thats it. Just wait a few years when the showcases start, that's the real pressure!

@450? How do you know what teams are going to pda? It's a 6 hour drive without any traffic, 5 is impossible. considering the major cities you drive through, plan on 8. No bs - it took us 8.5 last year. I agree Jeff cup should be the best, concerned they are getting to big.

I don't know why anyone cares that NJ teams want to travel to Virginia (or any other state) for a soccer tournament. Aside from gas and time in the car, the cost is no different than any other tournament.

It's a blog u idiot - this is what you do.Some people have experience and want to share - good and bad. If I bought a shitty car and you were on a car blog - would you want to know?Is this your first child playing and first time on blog. How about this - the Manhattan tournament is bad too, weather always sucks, good chance of being cancelled and the kids are miserable playing. Does this offend you too?

Blog? It's more like BLAH........you idiots talk about the same thing over and over and over. No wonder why they keep deleting comments on here. So we don't have to read the same comment over and over and over again.

I agree with the 2:31 post. Everyone needs a villan. That obviously is the Lyon team. Until you beat them stop talking about them. I'm sure they feed off that. I've seen them play and currently no one can touch them in the state. So let's all worry about our own teams and stop saying negative things about them or anyone else.

It is on and on and on and on about PDA teams on every age group on this blog.

As far as Manhattan Tourney weather goes...IMO warmly dressed kids are just fine playing outside if it is cold/windy. My girls are out playing school yard recess/afterschool soccer all winter. They only complain when the school says they cant go outside. It is not fun for the spectators however.

Looking at the bracket above some of the EDP teams are playing 11v11. I like that idea. Might as well start now since they all will be playing that way come fall. Not sure I would pick Jeff Cup to start but, go for it! Knowing what I know about Bracket A U11 8v8 Voorhees should be able to cruise thru. Lower Merion is one of their biggest rivals but I think Voorhees will pull it out again. Voorhees is gunning for World Class. Lost to them this fall and it did not go well on that team. Can't wait to see what some of these teams do come September. Bigger teams adding players, who from what team will jump ship? Who is going to Academy teams....

None of them are going to academy teams since there are no girls "academy teams" in New Jersey.

Voorhees will do well because they are a very good team but they won't "cruise" through anything. What do you know about the Charlotte or Cleveland teams that lead you to believe that? Trust me when I tell you that those two clubs are way more respected and successful than 99% of the clubs from NJ.

7:08AM, who said anything about "all girls academy" I was referring to players moving to academy teams like PDA, Barron's etc. Players seeking more training, and options then town teams can offer. Second question, cruising thru the competition in regards to Voorhees, I simply looked up their ranking on got soccer.com, reviewed who they played and their record and I formed my "opinion" that way. If you have a better formula to form a conclusion, please share with the blog. My daughter has played against Voorhees for two years, the team is extremely strong. I wish them luck, and hope they play state cup this year so we can play again and try to beat them! I know they have a new trainer this year.

Liverpool Elite is the number one ranked u11 girls team out of Texas. Most of the girls on that team, or for that matter teams in Texas period, have been playing 11v11 for over two years now. Will be interesting to see how the East coast teams match up against them. That team is a juggernaut.

The point is until you have 15-17 talented players and can field a solid 11 you are just average. Any team can throw out 6 good players in 8v8 and be somewhat successful. You are only as good as your weakest player.

Does anyone know anything about the current u10 PDA team? I am looking for a more competitive team for my daughter for next year (u11), but have heard very mixed reviews about this age group (politics, crazy parents, etc.). Any other club recommendations would be appreciated.

The current U10 team for PDA South is Milan. They are VERY good. They play right now in SJGSL in the premier U11 bracket. This team will be playing in State Cup this year but age appropriate. From what I have heard this team will be going to 11v11 this fall and is looking at joining U11 EDP league. The parents of this team are great, a majority of this team are younger sisters of current travel players. Hope this helps.

All day long but I think Lyon will win they r big and strong...u have to beat Lyon with speed tire the big girls out they can't run for long time....I am not a Lyon parent but lyon is a very good team will be nice to see how they do against good u-11 teams instead of playing weak teams all the time and then bragging how good they are here is ur chance to beat good team Lyon lets see how u do

I didn't say they would beat them, I said they were better technically, which they are. SDFC is a very good team, I just don't see them beating Lyon. Hopefully for people that care, they both get that far and play that game.

Disappointing to see so few teams participating. Yes, its unlikely any teams not registered would win it all. But I think its a great experience for girls to play teams outside their own league who they may otherwise never face. Also gives you an iea of what the soccer world is like outside your own fish bowl. And you never know, sometimes you see some upsets.

9:23, 90% of the teams at this age are 8v8 and most of these teams know each other pretty well by now. There are a ton of teams in the 8v8 tournaments, so you do have a decent change of seeing a new team in that group.

Everyone will need to just watch tourney and league results this Spring. All these debates will end this fall on who is the best in the state and at what age bracket. Fact, EDP U12 11v11 will be one of the strongest "leagues" in the country! Over 7 of the top 20 teams in the nation will be playing. The debate over PDA Lyon and Voorhees will be decided, and decided where it should be, on the field. A lot of new teams are joining and PDA will be playing new teams like Lower Merion, and World Class! It's up for grabs and any team can win. Going to be a great Fall season! Hoping for a nice Spring, this winter stinks!!

Can everyone relax. The bottom line is PDA is a top 5 team in the country in pretty much every group. They have been the #1 ranked girls club in the nation I believe the past 3 years. Don't beat yourselves up trying to compare your team or club to them. It's a waste of time. Let's all just worry about our own team and having a good experience with or children. Yes they do play the villain but don't give them any fuel for the fire. Good luck this spring.

How do we know how great Lyon is if they havent played anyone outside the region? Maybe they have, I'd certainly be interested in hearing. Are they playing in Jeff Cup? Do they travel to other tournaments, and if so, how did they fare? I'm sure the Lyon dad will be quick to enlighten us.

You have to watch them play and judge for yourself. There are apparently some decent teams still playing 8v8 for some reason. Not sure what the benefit is to squeeze 16 players on a small pitch. It will take them a season to adjust to the big field. Bottom line is PDA won't be challenged for another 2 years. By that time they will add another player or two from the area and be that much better. Just saying.

Got soccer has them with 20 wins 3 loses and a tie. It looks like the loses came over the summer. Not a parent so not sure if that was the same team. They did score 120 goals and only gave up 15. They are doing something right.

Was the same team. Lyon was playing up during Summer Select and was just getting started on the big field. They got used to it by the time fall season came around. NJ Cup is going to be interesting. Hope to see Lyon vs SJEB East play.

"Got soccer has them with 20 wins 3 loses and a tie. It looks like the loses came over the summer. Not a parent so not sure if that was the same team. They did score 120 goals and only gave up 15. They are doing something right."

I agree on 2 of your 3 points, and maybe Lyon is one of the top teams in the country. All I ask is how you judge that? Have they played outside the region? They are top team in NJ no doubt. If I'm arguing with a friend in California who thinks they have the best team out there, how does one quantify who is best if no one has played each other or played the same opponents? I know PDA will continue to attract the best players in the region, more so as they get older, and many girls on this team won't be on it down the road.

Stay far away from that group as they are NOT PDA but the Toms River team wearing different uniforms. Team doesn't play any different then they did as TR but you will pay more. Go watch them play & they still play rec style soccer by sending it to the fast girls up top. There are much better choices like going North to the REAL PDA.

For all the parents who decide to pursue the ECNL route. When would you make the switch over to the ECNL club? Before the pre-ecnl starts? Or would you wait until U13-14 when they are in the ECNL league? Am I reading correctly that PDA has a U12 pre-ECNL? Can someone please explain how that works?

"‎Teams who did not purchase the insurance will receive a 75% refund to help us cover our most basic costs."

So they schedule this tournament in early March and get cancelled every year now seemingly. Its actually seen so infrequently they should rename it the Sasquatch Classic.

Teams lose 25% of their tournament cost, as well as have their schedules impacted. Most if not all teams plan a set schedule and budget for tournaments accordingly. This tournament will continue to diminish in stature going forward in my opinion.

I wonder if we'll ever get to see any of these "top" teams play each other in the spring. All this trash talk is getting boring. Save it for the field. Let's see Voorhees+NJX+SEJEB East+Lyon+World Class+Bergen Bulldogs blah blah blah get it on. I'm sure any of the "top" teams wouldn't walk away from a scrimmage right?

Voorhees won't do the Dallas tourny it's 11v11 not 8v8 so they won't play unless they get guest player like they do for every other top tournament they play in..maybe they can play with there real team and no guest players and see if they win then..I understand guest player but not for every top event....win something with your real team then talk

Here is my totally unbiased opinion of U11. Lyon is the best team, World Class next, Crush, SDFC, SJEB, Voorhees are all in the mix for the #3 team. There are a few other teams knocking at the door, but these 6 have consistenly proven to be the best for now.

re:Anonymous said...Does anyone know anything about the current u10 PDA team? I am looking for a more competitive team for my daughter for next year (u11), but have heard very mixed reviews about this age group (politics, crazy parents, etc.). Any other club recommendations would be appreciated.February 3, 2015 at 8:25 AM

I've seen the Middletown U10 girls play and they're a pretty solid team. They play the PDA u10 Strikers straight-up. They will have to add players for 11v11 next year.

Strikers are technically very impressive for a U10 team. They are small, so I assume when they play a team like Middletown who is likey much bigger and more physical they get pushed around a bit. PDA has a tremendous program, if I lived closer and my kid could make the team, that's where she would be.

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